Buenos Aires Tetra
Hyphessobrycon anisitsi
Buenos Aires Tetra is a middle-to-top swimmer.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 7 cm (≤ 2.8 in)
- Aquarium size
- 81 L or larger / ≥ 90 cm (≥ 35.4 in) minimum length
- Care level
- Beginner
- Temperament
- Semi-Aggressive
- Swimming zone
- Middle to top swimmer
- Temperature
- 17–28 °C
- pH
- 5.8–8.5
- GH
- 2–35 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 10 years
Care requirements
Care level: Beginner.
Lifespan: up to 10 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 81 L or larger / ≥ 90 cm (≥ 35.4 in) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 17–28 °C, pH 5.8–8.5, GH 2–35 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Buenos Aires Tetra needs careful companion choice because it can be territorial or semi-aggressive.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the middle to upper part of the aquarium, so leave enough open swimming space for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Buenos Aires Tetra should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Argentina, Paraguay, Brazil.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 81 L or larger / ≥ 90 cm (≥ 35.4 in) minimum length.
- Choose other fish carefully around this temperament.
- Offer a varied diet that matches this species.
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FAQ
How large does Buenos Aires Tetra get?
Buenos Aires Tetra reaches ≤ 7 cm (≤ 2.8 in).
What aquarium size does Buenos Aires Tetra need?
Use an aquarium of at least 81 L or larger / ≥ 90 cm (≥ 35.4 in) minimum length.
Is Buenos Aires Tetra peaceful?
Buenos Aires Tetra needs more careful companion choice because the temperament data points toward boundaries, space, or similar-sized fish.
What temperature is suitable for Buenos Aires Tetra?
Keep it between 17 to 28 °C.